1998 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 804 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-150 | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |
